Critical Care PG Cert

Course facts

Name: Critical Care

Qualification: PG Cert

Duration: 1 year, part-time

This programme is made up of 3 modules; Fundamental Critical Care (20 credits), Advanced Critical Care (20 credits) and a Work Based Learning module (20 credits). This Part-time programme is designed to facilitate and guide the students effectively and safely in caring for those individuals with critical care needs. The major focus is on the provision of care in a holistic manner and will build on existing knowledge and skills to establish knowledgeable practitioners involved in the care of acutely/critically ill patients.

Module one is designed for any practitioner working in an acute area and module two is for practitioners working specifically in critical care environments.

Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.

Registration with the NMC/HCPC and employment within an acute practice area.

IELTS: 6.0 (with no element below 5.5) is required.

Admissions are made via Bangor University online system.

International Students: Because this pathway is part-time and requires a current NMC registration and access to an acute/intensive care environment, this pathway is not suitable for the international market.

If you have any questions about entry requirements, how to apply or the course you are interested in please do not hesitate to contact Naomi Jenkins, Course Leader. We look forward to hearing from you.

International Students: Because this pathway is part-time and requires a current NMC registration and access to an intensive care environment, this pathway is not suitable for the international market.

Need help applying? International students please contact:

When to apply

The University will accept applications throughout the year, but we would generally advise that you send in your application form by the end of June
to ensure that you have time to make any funding and/or accommodation arrangements, and for documents such as transcripts and references to be obtained if not submitted with the application. This will also give you more time to meet any conditions we may potentially attach to an offer.

The academics involved with this PGCert have extensive links with external bodies, companies and the 3rd sector, which are fully utilised in ensuring that the modules are relevant to the modern work and research environment graduates will enter. They are also all experienced Nurse practioners who still have active links to the local NHS trust ensuring that modern clinical practice is embedded within the programme.